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2020-06-25
FINAL REPORT
LAMBTON PUBLIC HEALTH – COMMUNITY COVID-19 SURVEY
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Table of contents
Introduction: objectives and methodology 3
8 Summary of findings
15 Perceived threat and concern
20 Perceived mental health
24 Preventative measures and challenges
28 Financial impact and employment
35 Accessing information about COVID-19 and trust in gov’t
32 Healthcare access
39 Demographics
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OBJECTIVES & METHODOLOGY
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Objectives
Objectives
Lambton Public Health commissioned Ipsos to conduct a survey among its residents to understand how public
health measures have impacted the community and to identify needs within the community. Specifically, the
survey includes questions on temporary job loss; the need to change work or work hours to look after children;
impacts of social isolation; issues providing care to loved ones; and fear/stigma. In addition, the survey
measures awareness and use of public health information and the feeling of being support by public health.
Context
Just before the launch of the survey, the number of confirmed cases in Ontario had reached over 14,000, with
over 800 resulting deaths. Reports indicated that community spread had peaked in the province; however,
long-term care cases were continuing to rise.* In Lambton County, there were ~200 confirmed cases, and ~20
deaths. There had been three outbreaks in long-term care and retirement homes.**
During this time, public health measures were in place including physical distancing and non-essential services
being temporarily closed. The Ontario government announced stage 1 of easing restrictions on May 14th.
In response to the global COVID-19 outbreak, starting in March, the Canadian government delivered a variety
of government measures and emergency benefits to help Canadians facing economic hardship starting,
including the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), among others. The extension to the CERB was
announced June 16th, just after the fielding of the survey.
*Public Health Ontario. Epidemiologic Summary: COVID-19 in Ontario – January 15, 2020 to April 25, 2020. Accessed on April 29, 2020: https://files.ontario.ca/moh-covid-19-report-en-2020-04-26.pdf.
**Lambton County, Public Health website (last updated on April 28, 2020). Accessed on April 29, 2020: https://lambtonpublichealth.ca/2019-novel-coronavirus/.
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The Lambton Public Health Community COVID-19 Survey was administered via a telephone methodology that
included a dual frame design, starting first with cell phone sample to better reach younger residents, and then
following with landline sample. This resulted in a final sample of 66% cell phones and 34% landlines. The survey
was 16 minutes in length.
A total of n=800 residents of Lambton County were surveyed between May 21st and June 10th, 2020. A pre-test
was conducted with n=30 (n=15 for each of landline and cell).
The margin of error associated with the total sample size of 800 is +/- 3.5%, 19 times out of 20. Smaller sub-sets of
the population will have larger margins of error.
Quota targets were set to obtain a representative sample of residents by gender, age, and geographical
areas (urban, semi-urban and rural). The data were weighted to the latest Statistics Canada Census (2016)
information to correct for minor deviations on age and gender. The RIM weighting efficiency is 98.0%.
Study limitations:
In a voluntary study, a non-response bias may be present, for example, people who are in poor mental health
may be less likely to want to participate in the survey and therefore be underrepresented. It is also important to
note that in any telephone survey with an interviewer, there may be a social desirability bias in which
respondents tend to provide answers that could be considered socially desirable, for example, they may wish
to portray themselves or their communities in a more positive light. However, the effects of both cannot be
discerned from the data.
Methodology
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Methodology
The table below provides a breakdown of the proportion of responses (unweighted) from each geographical
area within Lambton County as well as the targeted proportions that reflect 2016 Census regional area
proportions.
Geographical area City/town
Area proportion
Actual regional area proportions
Target regional area proportions
Urban
Sarnia 53%
60% 60% Bright's Grove (considered part of Sarnia) 5%
Point Edward (Village) 2%
Semi-urban
St Clair (Township) 8%
30% 30% Wyoming (Town) or Plympton-Wyoming 9%
Petrolia (Town) 9%
Lambton Shores (Municipality) 4%
Rural
Brooke-Alvinston (Municipality) 2%
10% 10%
Dawn-Euphemia (Township) 1%
Warwick (Township) 1%
Oil Springs (Village) 1%
Enniskillen Township 1%
A First Nations reserves in/around Lambton County 2%
Another rural area around Lambton County 2%
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Reporting conventions and comparator data
Reporting conventions
Throughout the report, totals may not add to 100% due to rounding, or because the question is a multi-select
question where respondents were permitted to choose or provide more than one response.
Questions for which respondents answered “don’t know” or “not applicable”, or refused to answer, are
indicated as “DK/NA”.
We ran statistical significance testing using a t-test applied across subgroups, at a confidence level of 95%.
Subgroups with significant differences are pulled out into callout boxes, or are indicated by letters if subgroups
are shown in tables. A letter indicates that a result is significantly higher for this group when compared with the
others.
Comparator data
Ipsos replicated select questions from two Ipsos syndicated COVID-19 surveys to provide comparator data. This
is noted in the report, where applicable.
• Ipsos Context Advantage: Coronavirus Canadian Tracking – Canada. Data provided for comparison –
Ontario and Canada data - is drawn from Wave #13, fielded May 29 to June 1, 2020.
• Ipsos Essentials: Tracking Consumer Attitudes & Behavior through the COVID-19 Pandemic – Global. Data
provided for comparison – Canada data only – is drawn from Wave #15, fielded May 28 to 31, 2020.
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
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Summary
Perceived threat of COVID-19 has stabilized, but residents are bracing for a second wave
Public views around the impact of COVID-19 have stabilized across Canada after seeing a peak around the
month of March. At that point, one-third of Canadians saw COVID-19 as a personal threat; it now sits
at 24%. Slightly lower than this national figure, two in 10 residents of Lambton County consider COVID-19 a
threat to them personally. The perceived threat increases as one gets further from the individual: one-quarter
sees it as a threat to their family, followed by local community (35%), their job or business (36%), and then
their country (50%).
The proportion of those who have been infected with COVID-19 (<1%) and/or know someone who has been
infected is higher in Lambton County than in Ontario overall (29% and 22%, respectively).
While the general sense of threat has diminished, a majority are worried about a second wave with seven in
10 fearing they or a family member will get infected with the virus this year. One-third believe it will affect
their health extremely/very seriously if they contract it.
Despite this, many are ready to get back to normal life (76%), and a minority express frustration at
the restrictions to their freedom (38%). In fact, the same proportion of four in 10 think the media is
exaggerating the extent of the coronavirus outbreak which may mean that adherence to prevention
measures may soften over time.
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Summary
The majority say they are following preventative measures for COVID-19
Even as some are getting anxious to get back to normal life, the majority are not oblivious to the continuing
threat of COVID-19 and are compliant with recommended prevention measures. Nine in ten residents report
they are maintaining physical distance from others, being more careful not to touch surfaces in public, and
avoiding meeting in groups of 5 or more people. Eight in 10 also say they are avoiding public areas including
parks and beaches, as well as non-essential trips out of the home. Many residents are trying to stay active
with six in 10 saying they are going outside for walks or exercise (lower among those with poorer mental
health). Four in 10 are wearing a mask in public always/most of the time when they go out.
The majority of residents say that COVID-19 has forever changed their behaviours and habits around
sanitizing, handwashing, and staying home when sick.
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Summary
While overall community mental health remains relatively strong, there has been a decrease in those
reporting excellent/very good mental health during this time, with one-quarter saying they are experiencing
loneliness
Overall positive mental health within the community has declined slightly: 66% rate their mental health as
excellent/very good, down from 70% in 2017 (those who rated their mental health as excellent has declined
significantly). This change can likely be attributed to the current environment, as 27% say their mental health
has changed for the worse since COVID-19. In fact, other research conducted by Ipsos indicates that half of
Ontarians are reporting increased mental health and/or addictions challenges as a result of the pandemic.
Mental health has declined across all segments but women and those under 44 years old, as well as those
who report good/fair/poor mental health are disproportionately affected. One-quarter of residents say they
are experiencing loneliness, and this is higher among these subgroups.
Social connections remain important in keeping the community mentally healthy. A majority of residents
have been able to maintain social interactions (90%), even if not in person, and many say they are happy to
be able to spend time with their families (82%).
No doubt, mental health is impacted by financial concerns as one-third are worried about their job or
financial security, that they will be able to pay the bills, and will be able to provide for themselves and their
families.
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Summary
While everyone is feeling the impact of COVID-19, about three in 10 are experiencing greater financial
concerns. Those earning less than $30K and those who are unemployed are disproportionately affected
About one-third of residents say they won't be able to pay their bills in a month’s time or provide for
themselves or their family; three in 10 are facing challenges getting basic supplies such as food and
prescriptions; this is significantly higher among those earning less than $30K and those unemployed. These
groups are particularly vulnerable as they are roughly twice as likely to fear they won't be able to pay their
bills or provide for themselves or their family in a month’s time.
One in 10 is currently unemployed, the majority of whom experienced job loss since the outbreak started. Of
those who lost their jobs during COVID-19, only half expect to get back to work in the next three months. This
sub-group is at greater risk of suffering from mental health challenges: 45% rate their mental health as
good/fair/poor compared, higher compared to the total population (34%). A similar proportion of the
population (13%) earn less than $30K a year; of these, 49% rate their mental health as good/fair/poor.
In this changed environment, residents who are employed are working under new conditions
Just under half of residents are currently employed: one quarter have had their hours reduced, one in 10 say
they are working more, while the rest remain unchanged. Four in 10 are able to work from home. Of those
who have children, one-third say they have needed accommodations at work or changed their work hours
to look after their children. These working conditions may have an impact on the mental health of parents
who are not able to "get off the clock."
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Summary
A majority have access to healthcare during the lockdown; however, those who do not have direct access
to their primary care provider are more likely to feel anxious and that their health has suffered
Nine in 10 say they could access healthcare easily in their community if they were to suddenly fall ill. Even still, one-third say they would avoid going to the ER because of COVID-19.
The majority of residents have a primary care provider (92%, but lower among men and those 18-34), and many of these had direct access. During lockdown, seven in 10 say their doctor was available for appointments either in-person or virtually, through telephone, email or video.
Half of those who do not have direct access to their primary care provider during the lockdown say they are
anxious they can't access their doctor when they need it. They are also more likely than those who do have
access to say their health has suffered as a result (33% vs. 15% who have access).
Two in 10 residents are caregivers; of these, one-third are facing challenges providing care
The primary challenges to providing care are around limited access to health care services; inability to
address their loved one's loneliness, anxiety and mental health issues; inability to leave one's home to see
family members; getting groceries done; both working and providing care; and fear of spreading COVID-19.
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Summary
There is a high level of trust in the local health care system to manage COVID-19; a majority turn to all three
levels of government sites most for credible information, as well as the local hospital and media
Almost nine in 10 feel the local health care system is prepared to manage a community-wide outbreak.
Six in 10 residents turn to each of Lambton Public Health (55% have visited the LPH website), the Ontario
government and the federal government sites for credible information about COVID-19. Almost half turn to
Bluewater Health. Half listen to the local radio, slightly more than social media posts and local newspapers.
Seeing that many doctors' offices are only open virtually, only three in 10 say they ask their doctor for
information.
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PERCEIVED THREAT AND CONCERN
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Level of threat of COVID-19
Base: All respondents (n=800) [Your Job or Business] Base: Employed Respondents (n=354) Q11. What level of threat do you think COVID-19 poses to [INSERT ITEM]? Would you say it is a …? Values <3% not labeled in chart.
5%
8%
8%
9%
11%
15%
19%
27%
27%
38%
38%
41%
44%
30%
39%
27%
23%
16%
23%
9%
14%
8%
4%
12%
You personally
Your family
Your local community
Your job or business
Your country
Very high/high
Ipsos data - Ontario
Ipsos data - Canada
20% 27% 24%
27% 30% 25%
35% 30% 29%
36% 38% 33%
50% 47% 49%
Women (39%)
Women (53%)
Know someone with COVID-19 (55%)
45-64 (22%)
65+ (24%)
*Ipsos Context Advantage May 29-June 1, 2020
Very high High Low Very low Moderate DK/RF
Slightly lower than national figures, two in 10 Lambton residents consider COVID-19 to be a threat to them personally, and residents aged 45 or
older are more likely to express this view. Comparatively, half of residents consider the pandemic to be a threat to the country, higher among
those who know someone who tested positive. Compared to Ontarians in general, Lambton residents are more likely to perceive it as a community
threat. Between March and May, the percentage of Canadians who perceived COVID as a threat decreased, both to them personally (24% vs.
34%) and to their country (73% vs. 49%).
Ipsos Context Advantage March 26-30, 2020: • 34% personally • 73% your country
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Three in 10 Lambton residents have been infected or personally know someone who has been infected with COVID-19, highest for residents
between the ages of 45-64. The proportion of Lambton residents who know someone infected is higher than the national or provincial average
(two in ten).
Know someone / have tested positive with COVID-19
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q12. How worried are you that you or a family member will get infected with COVID-19 this year? Would you say you are …? Base: All respondents (n=800) Q14. Do you personally know someone who has tested positive with COVID-19?
71% 27%
0.8%
0.7%
No, I do not personally know someone
who has tested positive with COVID-19
Yes I personally know someone who
has been infected with COVID-19
45-64 (36%) 37% of those who have a
loved one in long-term care
home know someone who
has tested for COVID-19 vs.
25% of those who do not
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Ipsos data - Ontario
Ipsos data - Canada
22% 20%
Self-report being/having:
Personally infected = 0.7% Family infected = 0.8%
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15%
13%
52%
23%
22%
51%
10%
10%
Worried about getting COVID-19
Perceived impact on own health
Two-thirds of Lambton residents are worried about getting COVID-19, and this is particularly so for women and those in the lower income brackets.
Roughly one third believe COVID-19 would have an extremely/very serious impact on their health if they were to be infected. Understandably,
those aged 65+ are most likely to believe it will have a very serious effect.
Worried about getting COVID-19 and perceived seriousness
Base: All respondents (n=800) (<2% who have been infected/have family who have been infected is not shown in chart). Q12. How worried are you that you or a family member will get infected with COVID-19 this year? Would you say you are …? Base: Among those who are not infected/do not have family infected with COVID -19 (n=788) Q13. If you were infected by COVID-19, would you say it would affect your health …? Values less than 4% not labelled in chart.
Women (72%)
Very worried
Somewhat worried
Not very worried
Not at all worried
65+ (50%)
Very/somewhat worried
68%
36%
Extremely seriously
Very seriously
Somewhat seriously
Not at all seriously
DK/RF
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Personal impact of COVID-19
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q10. I am going to read you a few statements about how some people may be feeling during this time. Please tell me if you strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree, or strongly disagree with each statement. Values less than 5% not labelled in chart.
57%
58%
40%
17%
12%
15%
8%
33%
24%
36%
30%
26%
20%
16%
7%
12%
22%
22%
19%
22%
5%
7%
11%
30%
38%
44%
53%
I'm keeping social with friends and family, even if it's not in-person
I'm happy to have time to spend with family
I'm impatient to get back to normal life
I'm anxious about my health
I'm angry/frustrated about the restrictions on my freedom
I'm worried about my job or financial security
I'm lonely
18-34 (42%); 35-54 (44%)
Good/fair/poor mental health (44%)
Women (29%)
18-34 (31%)
Good/fair/poor mental health (36%)
Strongly/ somewhat
agree
90%
82%
76%
47%
38%
35%
24%
Good/fair/poor mental health (57%)
First Nations* (61%)
Nine in 10 residents report that they are keeping social with friends/family, even if not in person. Eight in ten are happy to have time to spend with
family. Despite a majority seeing the upside, three quarters are impatient to get back to normal life. As expected, younger residents are more likely
to be worried about job/financial security while those aged 18-34 are most likely to report being lonely. Those reporting good/fair/poor mental
health are also more likely to say they are worried about their job or financial security and that they are lonely.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree DK/NA
*First Nations – Small base size n=49
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PERCEIVED MENTAL HEALTH
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39%
33%
3%
31%
33%
5%
18%
23%
66%
9%
9%
24%
3%
3%
2017 Perceived Mental Health*
2020 Perceived Mental Health
Change since COVID-19
Overall positive mental health within the community has declined since 2017. This change can likely be attributed to the current environment, as
27% say their mental health has changed for the worse since COVID-19.
Perceived mental health / Change in mental since COVID-19
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q8. In general, would you say your mental health is …? Base: All respondents (n=800) Q9. Compared to before the COVID-19 outbreak, how would you rate your mental health now? Would you say it is …? Values less than 3% not labelled in chart
Excellent Very good Good Fair Poor
Much better
Slightly better
About the same
Slightly worse
Much worse
Excellent/ very good
70%
66%
27%
* Lambton Public Health Community Mental Health Survey (2017) *Ipsos Context Advantage May 29-June 2020
About half of Canadians (46%) and Ontarians (53%) say they are experiencing increased mental health (depression, anxiety, stress, etc.) and/or
addictions challenges as a result of the pandemic. Women and those younger (<54 years)
are most impacted.
Much/ slightly worse
77% with “excellent/very good” say “stay the same” vs. 44% with good/fair/poor mental health (57%)
First Nations* (61%)
Significantly higher or lower than in 2017
Lower than 2017 but not statistically significant
at 95% confidence interval
*First Nations – Small base size n=49
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Since 2017, positively rated mental health has decreased, particularly among certain subgroups, including women and those under the age
45. Self-rated mental health is declining across all income groups, with the exception of those earning <$30K, a group that already had worse
self-rated mental health in 2017.
Perceived mental health: 2017 to 2020 by gender, age, income
Base: All respondents 2020 (n=800) 2017 (n=802) Q8. In general, would you say your mental health is …? Significantly higher or lower than in 2017
Lower than 2017 but not statistically significant
at 95% confidence interval
* Lambton Public Health Community
Mental Health Survey (2017)
71%
62%
44%
61%
73%
78%
51%
65%
66%
71%
Men
Women
18 to 34
35 to 44
45 to 64
65+
<$30K
$30-<$65K
$65-<$100K
$100K+
2017*
73%
68%
55%
69%
74%
78%
52%
71%
72%
79%
% Excellent/Good Perceived Mental Health
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Those with excellent/very good mental health are more likely to say their mental health has stayed the same since COVID-19 (77%), while
those with poorer mental health are more likely to experience a worsening state (47%). Larger proportions of younger residents are also more
likely to experience deteriorating mental health during COVID-19 (30% of 18-34 and 36% of 35-44 report feeling worse), whereas a majority of
older residents report their mental health has stayed the same (80% of 65 and older).
Change in mental health since COVID-19 by mental health and age
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q8. In general, would you say your mental health is …? Base: All respondents (n=800) Q9. Compared to before the COVID-19 outbreak, how would you rate your mental health now? Would you say it is …?
% Change in mental health since COVID-19 by perceived mental health
7%
77%
16%
8%
44%
47%
By self-rated
"excellent/very good"
Better
About the same
Worse
By self-rated
"good/fair/poor"
Better
About the same
Worse
Self-rated mental health “excellent/very good”
Self-rated mental health “good/fair/poor”
13% 56%
30%
10% 54%
36%
5% 66%
28%
4% 80%
16%
18-34Better
About the sameWorse
35-44Better
About the sameWorse
45-64Better
About the sameWorse
65+Better
About the sameWorse
% Change in mental health since COVID-19 by age
18-34
35-44
56-64
65+
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PREVENTATIVE MEASURES AND CHALLENGES
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Frequency of taking precautions during COVID-19
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q19. Using a scale of always, most of the time, some of the time, or not at all, how frequently are you doing each of the following as a result of COVID-19? The first one is … Are you doing it … Values <3% not labeled in chart.
69%
62%
71%
67%
50%
40%
27%
26%
26%
16%
15%
30%
21%
17%
4%
7%
6%
8%
13%
25%
25%
4%
7%
8%
6%
13%
30%
Keeping a distance of at least 2 arms lengths from others if outside of your home
Being more careful not to touch surfaces in public spaces
Avoiding meet ups in groups of 5 or more
Avoiding public areas, such as parks and beaches
Avoiding non-essential trips out of your home
Going outside to walk or exercise
Wearing a face mask in public
Women (83%)
Women (92%)
65+ (65%)
Women (53%)
Caregiver (53%)
Always/ Most of the time
95%
89%
87%
83%
80%
61%
44%
Always Most of the time
Some of the time
Not at all DK/NA
Nine in ten residents are maintaining physical distance from others, are being more careful not to touch surfaces in public, and are avoiding
meeting in groups of 5+. Six in ten are going outside for walks or exercise (higher among those with better mental health); four in 10 are wearing a
mask in public, higher among those aged 65+.
Excellent/very good mental health (66%) vs. Good/fair poor (53%)
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Impact of COVID-19
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q20. Would you say you strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree or strongly disagree with each of the following statements? Values <4% not labeled in chart.
45%
17%
10%
35%
27%
19%
10%
21%
23%
10%
32%
48%
The outbreak of COVID-19 has forever changed my behaviours
around sanitizing, handwashing, or staying home when sick
The media has exaggerated the extent of the coronavirus outbreak
I am facing challenges getting basic supplies such as food or prescriptions
for myself and/or my family
Men (49%)
18-34 (52%) vs. 65+ (38%)
45-64 (83%)
65+ (88%)
Strongly/ somewhat
agree
80%
44%
29%
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree DK/NA
A majority agrees that COVID-19 has permanently altered their hygiene related behavior around sanitizing, handwashing, and staying home when
sick, with agreement higher among those aged 45+. A minority of four in ten believes the media has exaggerated the extent of the outbreak, and
men as well as those younger are more likely to agree. Those more vulnerable are having greater challenges getting basic supplies for
themselves/family.
Unemployed (37%)
Working part-time (38%)
<$30K (51%)
Providing care for loved one (35%)
First Nations* (41%)
*First Nations – Small base size n=49
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Loved one in long-term care home / providing care for someone
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q15. Do you have a loved one who is living in a long-term care home or a retirement home? Base: All respondents (n=800) Q16. Are you providing care for a loved one who is at higher risk of getting COVID-19 because they are older or have an underlying medical condition? Base: Respondents who are providing care to a loved one at higher risk (n=164) Q17. Are you facing any challenges providing care to your loved one who is at higher risk? Base: Respondents who are providing care to a loved one at higher risk AND are facing challenges doing so (n=53) Q17a. What are these challenges?
YES, have a loved one living in
long-term care/retirement home 21%
20% 79%
YES, providing care for a loved one who is at higher risk of getting COVID-19
20%
21% 79%
32%
68%
YES, facing challenges providing care to loved one among those providing care
32%
19%
17%
16%
14%
14%
11%
11%
Limited health care access
Getting through loneliness/
anxiety/ mental health challenges
Quarantine/ staying at home
Having to live alone in
confinement
Getting the groceries done
Fear of exposure to Covid 19
Social distancing/ avoid personal
contact
Mentions <10% not displayed
Yes No
One in five Lambton residents have a loved one living in a long-term
home. Another one in five are caregivers, providing care for a loved
one who is at higher risk of getting COVID-19.
Among caregivers, a third are facing challenges in this role. Top
challenges include limited health care access, getting through
loneliness and mental health challenges, as well as quarantining at
home.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT AND EMPLOYMENT
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Job Loss Since COVID-19
Base: Currently not employed (n=70) *small base size Q28. You mentioned earlier you are not currently employed. Have you experienced job loss since the COVID-19 outbreak started? Base: Currently not employed (n=70) *small base size Q29. Do you expect to go back to work within the next three months?
YES, experienced job
loss since COVID-19
outbreak started
81%of those unemployed
YES, expect to go
back to work within
the next three months
50%of those unemployed
9% of Lambton residents are unemployed:
Among the 9% of Lambton residents who are unemployed, eight in ten experienced job loss since the COVID-19 outbreak. Exactly half of those
unemployed expect to go back to work within the next three months, while two in ten (19%) do not know, and another three ten (31%) do not
expect to return in this time.
Those unemployed (45%)and those
working part-time (42%) are
more likely to rate their mental
health lower (“good/fair/poor”)
compared to the total population
(34%).
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Financial concerns one month from now / fear of job loss
Statement 1-2 Base: All respondents (n=800). Statement 3 Base: Employed respondents (n=354) Q33. Thinking one month from now, how concerned are you …? Would you say you are …? *Question asked differently in Ipsos Essentials – "I will be able to provide for my household“ Values less than 3% not labelled in chart
4%
4%
5%
5%
4%
27%
24%
22%
64%
67%
72%
That you will be able to provide for yourself and
family*
That you will be able to pay your bills
That you will have a job (among employed
FT/PT)
Extremely Very Somewhat Not at all
Extremely/very/
somewhat Ipsos data
for Canada
36% 52%*
33% 50%
28% 34%
Ipsos Essentials – Global May 28-3, 2020
Unemployed-63%
<$30K-65%
Working part-time-40%
First Nations**-50%
Unemployed (71%)
<$30K (65%)
Working part-time (40%)
First Nations** (50%)
Thinking a month in the future, Lambton residents are far less likely than Canadians in general to be worried about being able to provide for
themselves/their family or about being able to pay their bills. However, those more vulnerable exhibit significantly higher concern.
Among those employed, three in 10 are concerned about having a job a month from now.
*First Nations – Small base size n=49
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Change in working conditions during COVID-19
Base: Currently employed (n=354). Q30. You mentioned earlier you are employed. Are you working reduced hours, or increased hours due to COVID-19, or are you working the same number of hours? Base: Currently employed (n=354). Q31. Are you working remotely at home all the of time, part of the time, or not at all? Base: Currently employed and have children (n=127). Q32. Have you needed accommodations at work or had to change your work hours to look after your children during this time?
23%
13% 63%
Due to COVID-19, are you working…
Reduced hours
Increased hours
Same hours
DK
46% of Lambton residents are employed.
26%
14% 60%
Are you working remotely…
All the time
Part of the time
Not at all
YES, have needed accommodations at work/changed work hours to look
after children during this time
34%
Have needed work accommodations?
Nearly half of Lambton residents are currently employed part time/full time. However, among this group, a quarter is working reduced hours due
to COVID-19. A quarter of those employed is working remotely all the time, while six in ten are not working remotely at all. A third of employed
residents with children have needed accommodations at work or changed work hours to look after their children.
All the time: women (33%); 45-64 (30%)
Part-time: 35-44 (21%)
Not at all: men (65%); 18-34 (73%)
Among those employed…:
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HEALTH CARE ACCESS
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Health care accessibility during COVID-19
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q21. Do you have a regular family doctor or nurse practitioner? Base: Have a family doctor/nurse practitioner (n=746) Q22. During the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions, is your doctor available for appointments either in-person or virtually, through telephone, email or video? Base: All respondents (n=800) Q24. Have you had to cancel or postpone any health appointments, procedures, or surgeries since the start of the COVID-19 lockdown?
Women (96%) vs. Men 88%
18-34 (81%) vs.
35-44 (94%)
45-64 (95%)
65+ (99%)
Chronic illness (99%)
YES, have a regular family doctor or nurse practitioner
92%all respondents
Women (49%)
35-54 (46%) 45-64 (44%) 65+ (52%)
Chronic illness (57%)
YES, have a doctor that is available for appointments during COVID-19 lockdown restrictions
69%among those with regular FP
YES, have had to cancel or postpone health appointments,
procedures or surgeries since start of COVID-19 lockdown
42%all respondents
Nearly all Lambton residents have a regular family doctor – however, men and those 18-34 are less likely to have one. Among those who do, nearly
seven in ten indicate their doctor is available either in person or virtually during COVID-19. Four in ten residents, particularly women and older
residents, have had to cancel or postpone their appointments or procedures since the lockdown began.
Chronic illness (76%)
Caregiver (76%)
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Health care accessibility during COVID-19
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q25. Would you say you strongly agree, somewhat agree, somewhat disagree or strongly disagree with each of the following statements? Values <4% not labeled in chart.
58%
16%
11%
6%
30%
18%
19%
9%
6%
17%
25%
23%
5%
48%
43%
62%
I can access health care easily in my community if I were to suddenly fall ill
Even if I needed emergency care, I would avoid going to the emergency
room at a hospital because of COVID-19
I feel anxious that my doctor's office is not open or may not be open during
COVID-19 when I need it
My physical health has suffered because I don't have normal access to
my family doctor or healthcare as easily during COVID-19
Women (39%)
Good/fair/poor mental health (44%)
First Nations* (50%)
Nine in ten residents indicate they can easily access health care in their community in the event of sudden illness. However, a third of residents would
currently avoid an emergency room due to COVID-19, and women as well those with poorer mental health are more likely to avoid it. Another three
in 10 feel anxious that their doctor’s office is not or may not be open during COVID-19 when they need it, and anxiety is higher among those with
poorer mental health and those earning a very low income.
Strongly/ somewhat
agree
87%
34%
30%
15%
Good/fair/poor mental health (35%)
<$30K (50%)
First Nations* (42%)
Chronic illness (20%)
First Nations* (32%)
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree DK/NA
*First Nations – Small base size n=49
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ACCESSING COVID-19 INFO AND TRUST IN LOCAL GOVT
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Preparedness of local health care system
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q34. If there were to be a community-wide COVID-19 outbreak in Lambton County, how prepared do you feel your local health care system is to manage it?
29%
56%
10%
3%
3%
Very prepared
Somewhat prepared
Not very prepared
Not at all prepared
DK/NA
85%
13%
Nearly nine in 10 residents feel that the local health care system is prepared, in the case of a community wide outbreak in Lambton county.
However, those aged 18 to 34 are the least likely to believe that the local system is very prepared.
Least likely: 18-34 (19%)
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COVID-19 Information Sources
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q35. Which of the following sources do you turn to for credible information about COVID-19?
62%
62%
60%
50%
48%
43%
43%
40%
31%
5%
Lambton Public Health
The provincial government through the Ministry of Health
The federal government through Health Canada or the Public Health Agency of Canada
Local radio
Your local hospital (Bluewater Health)
News articles or posts on social media
International agencies such as the (WHO)
Local newspapers
Your doctor's office
None of the above
Women (47%)
The top credible sources of information about COVID-19 that are accessed by Lambton residents are all governmental sources: Lambton Public
Health, the provincial government (Ministry of Health), and the federal government (Health Canada or Public Health Agency of Canada). Half
also cite local radio (more than local newspapers) and the local hospital, while only three in 10 say that they are turning to their doctor's office for
credible information.
Younger residents under the age of 65 are more likely to turn to Lambton Public Health or international agencies such as WHO for information
about COVID-19. Those aged 18 to 34 are more likely to turn to the local hospital, Bluewater Health.
18-34 (72%) vs. 65+ (48%); Parents (72%)
45-64 (56%); Parents (56%)
18-34 (57%)
18-34 (33%)
65+ (31%)
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Visited Lambton Public Health Website/Social Media for Info
Base: All respondents (n=800) Q36. Have you visited the Lambton Public Health website or social media sites for information about COVID-19?
More than half of Lambton residents have visited the local public health website or social media for information about COVID-19. Women and
those who know someone who has tested positive with COVID-19 are more likely to have visited these sites while seniors are least likely to have
used this source.
55%
45%
Yes No
YES, have visited the
Lambton Public Health
Website or Social
Media Sites
55% Women (60%)
18-23 (60%)
35-44 (62%)
45-64 (61%)
vs. 65+ (39%)
Parents (65%)
Know someone who has tested
positive (63%)
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DEMOGRAPHICS
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DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE by gender and age
Total Male Female 18-34 35-44 45-64 65+
Unweighted base (n=800) (n=362) (n=381) (n=155) (n=115) (n=292) (n=238)
A B C D E F
GENDER Male 49% - - 51% 49% 48% 46%
Female 52% - - 49% 51% 52% 54%
AGE
18 to 34 24% 25% 23% - - - -
35 to 44 13% 13% 13% - - - -
45 to 64 37% 37% 37% - - - -
65 and older 27% 25% 28% - - - -
IDENTIFY INDIGENOUS 6% 4% 8% A 5% 6% 6% 7%
IMMIGRANT 11% 12% 10% 10% 9% 8% 17% DE
MARITAL
STATUS
Single/Divorced/Widowed 38% 37% 39% 64% DEF 27% 25% 37% E
Married or Common-law 62% 63% 61% 35% 71% C 75% CF 62% C
PARENTS Parents – yes 26% 24% 28% 34% EF 80% CEF 19% F 2%
REGIONAL
AREA
Urban 60% 62% 58% 68% EF 61% 57% 57%
Semi Urban 30% 28% 32% 27% 28% 32% 31%
Rural 10% 10% 10% 6% 11% 10% 13% C
CAREGIVERS 20% 16% 25% A 19% 20% 24% F 16%
REPORTING CONVENTION NOTE: When comparing data
between sub-groups, a letter indicates that a result is significantly
higher for this group when compared with the others.
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DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE by gender and age
Total Male Female 18-34 35-44 45-64 65+
Unweighted base (n=800) (n=362) (n=381) (n=155) (n=115) (n=292) (n=238)
A B C D E F
EDUCATION
HS< 23% 25% 22% 19% 13% 21% 35% CDE
Some college to some uni 51% 54% 48% 56% F 57% F 55% F 37%
Uni + 25% 21% 29% A 24% 29% 24% 25%
EMPLOYMENT Employed (FT/PT) 46% 55% B 38% 57% F 67% F 60% F 8%
Others 54% 45% 61% A 44% 33% 40% 91% CDE
INCOME
<$30K 13% 11% 15% 19% E 13% E 6% 15% E
$30K-<$65K 24% 24% 23% 25% 17% 23% 27% D
$65K-<$100K 20% 21% 19% 20% 17% 20% 20%
$100K+ 29% 33% B 26% 28% F 47% CEF 35% F 13%
Average income
(excluding DK/REF) $85,774 $89,677 B $81,831 $78,883 F
$101,151
CF $95,988 CF $68,027
HAVE CHRONIC PHYSICAL ILLNESS 31% 26% 36% A 18% 23% 33% CD 43% CDE
REPORTING CONVENTION NOTE: When comparing data
between sub-groups, a letter indicates that a result is significantly
higher for this group when compared with the others.
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